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Nicaragua

November 19, 2020

Scotland: the threat of a good example?

In recent days devolution has once again become a contentious issue, as Brexiteer politicians in London, without any apparent sense of irony, proclaimed the benefits of being part of a politi
December 31, 2018

Two Nicaraguan journalists held on terrorism charges

Reporters Without Borders calls on Nicaraguan authorities to stop hounding independent media outlets and immediately free two journalists held on 'terrorism' and 'conspiracy' charges.
July 9, 2018

Act now to end violence, UN urges Nicaraguan authorities

Approximately 250 people have been killed as demonstrations met with violence and repression.
May 31, 2018

Nicaraguan authorities 'unleashed vicious repression against benefits cuts protesters'

Nicaraguan authorities have adopted a strategy of repression to crush protests and at least 81 people have been killed, Amnesty International says in a new report.
April 30, 2018

UN experts appalled by Nicaraguan Government’s violent response to peaceful protests

UN human rights experts are appalled by the violent response of Nicaraguan security forces to protests opposing social security reforms.
August 4, 2017

Nicaraguan canal deal erodes human rights

A secretive commercial deal struck by Nicaraguan government threatens homes, livelihoods, and access to food.
August 13, 2013

Methodist youth back Nicaragua street child campaign

Three young people have been chosen to represent Methodist Children and Youth from the Church in Britain on a trip to Nicaragua in November.
May 13, 2013

Young Methodists back young Nicaraguans in 2014 Street Child World Cup

Nicaraguan street children will have the chance to compete in the 2014 Street Child World Cup with the support of young people of the Methodist Church in Britain.
February 16, 2012

Pentecostal denomination marks 100 years in Nicaragua

The Assemblies of God in Nicaragua are in the middle of a 3-month centennial that will culminate on 21 April with an official commemoration in Managua.
January 19, 2012

Catholic bishops seek 'better communication' with Nicaraguan government

The Catholic Church is hoping to improve its frosty relationship with Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega, now in his third term of office.